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New 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan vs. Honda Odyssey in Pocatello Idaho

The 2018
Dodge Grand Caravan Is a Better Minivan for the Money

When
shopping for a minivan, two of the main things you look for are versatility and
affordability. The 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan is the most versatile vehicle in
its class. It offers best-in-class storage options and available Third-Row Stow
'n Go Seating for roominess you won't find in just any minivan. Now available
with a 6.5-inch touchscreen infotainment system, tri-zone manual climate
control, a six-speaker audio system, and a backup camera standard, the Grand
Caravan combines innovative technology with a 283-horsepower engine for
practicality and power. It's also the least expensive minivan. The 2018 Dodge
Grand Caravan starts at around $25,995 for the SE trim, making it the most
affordable base model in its class. While other minivans like the 2018 Honda
Odyssey have similar features, here at Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of
Pocatello, we believe that a closer comparison shows that the 2018 Dodge Grand
Caravan is the better minivan for the money.

Dodge Grand Caravan

Honda Odyssey

Dodge Grand Caravan

Honda Odyssey

Starting MSRP

$25,995

$29,560

City MPG

18

15

Highway MPG

24

19

V-8 Towing Capability (lbs)

12,000

10,500

Horsepower

283

280

Torque

260

262

Trailer Sway Control

Yes

N/A

Third-Row Stow 'n Go Seating

Available

N/A

The Dodge Grand Caravan is Better Head-to-Head for Price, Storage, and Towing Capacity

PRICE - If you've got a family, you're
probably already spending a lot of money on your children's healthcare, food,
and education. The last thing you need is more expensive transportation. The
2018 Dodge Grand Caravan starts at around $25,995 for the SE trim, making it
the least expensive base model in the class. The fully loaded GT trim starts at
about $34,395, which is still lower than the most expensive trim levels of
rivals. A base model of the 2018 Honda Odyssey starts at $29,990, around $4,000
more than the Grand Caravan. A top-of-the-line 2018 Honda Odyssey costs
$46,000, which is close to $12,000 more than the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan GT.
If you're trying to raise a family and you're on a budget, $12,000 more in your
wallet could go a long way.

STORAGE - One of
the big advantages of the 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan is its versatile cargo
space. Thanks to the optional Stow 'n Go seats, it's easier to access all the
available cargo space in this minivan than it is in most competitors. Instead
of removing the second row from the van, you simply fold the seats into the
floor. When the seats are occupied, you can use the convenient cargo bins under
the floor. The 2018 Honda Odyssey also has a third row of seats that easily
folds flat to load large cargo. However, the second row needs to be removed
completely to make full use of all storage space, which can be a hassle. Also,
the Honda Odyssey doesn't have the Stow 'n Go seats under the floor like the
Dodge Grand Caravan does.

TOWING CAPACITY - If
you need to take a boat or camper along for a family vacation, the 2018 Dodge
Caravan is easily superior to the 2018 Honda Odyssey. In terms of horsepower,
it's a virtual tie between the Grand Caravan (283 horsepower and 260 pound-feet
of torque) and the Odyssey (280 horsepower and 262 pound-feet of torque). But
the Dodge Grand Caravan can pull heavier loads than the Honda Odyssey. The 2018
Dodge Caravan has a 3,600-pound towing capacity, while the 2018 Honda Odyssey
can only tow up to 3,500 pounds. The Grand Caravan also comes with Trailer Sway
Control, so you can bring even more adventure along with you wherever you go.
Trailer Sway Control is not available on the 2018 Honda Odyssey.

Both the
2018 Dodge Grand Caravan and the 2018 Honda Odyssey are roomy, family-friendly
minivans with lots of standard and available tech features. But the Grand
Caravan offers you more for your money. Its convenient Stow 'n Go seats,
superior towing capacity, and lower price make it the better overall minivan
for you and your family. Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Pocatello offers
drivers in Idaho Falls, and Blackfoot, ID, a wide selection of 2018 Dodge Grand
Caravan minivans in stock. Here on our website, you can sort through them by
price and color to find the one that's right for you. Be sure to check our
available specials and global incentives
for even more savings on the Grand Caravan. If you live in American
Falls or Soda Springs, ID, Lithia Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Pocatello is just
a short drive from you at 633 Bullock Street in Pocatello, ID. Come
see us and test drive a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan today.